"Germany's Diplomatic Dance with China: Navigating Economic Ties, Warning Against Dumping, and Urging Action on Ukraine"
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Germany's economic ties with China are showing signs of strain as German companies face increasing competition from Chinese counterparts, leading to job cuts and declining exports. The once complementary relationship is now giving way to fierce competition, with German companies expanding investments in China while cutting jobs at home. This shift has raised concerns about unfair competition and prompted calls for EU investigations into Chinese subsidies, as experts warn that Germany may be facing its own "China shock" akin to the impact on American manufacturing jobs when China joined the WTO.
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- German chancellor urges Xi Jinping to press Russia to end Ukraine war, saying ‘China’s word carries weight’ The Guardian
- Germany says Europe is open to Chinese cars but not at any price CNN
- Why Germany Can't Break Up With China The New York Times
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